1991 BMW M12 vs. 2010 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2010 Nissan Titan is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 5,598 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Titan. (385 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Titan. 2010 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1991 BMW M12 has manual transmission. 1991 BMW M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2010 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M12 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 5598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2030 mm |
